VisionPoint Eye Center reports data breach
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VisionPoint Eye Center, PLLC, an eye care practice headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, is reporting a network security incident. VisionPoint Eye Center is a healthcare provider specializing in ophthalmology and optometry services, including routine eye exams, advanced cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma management, and pediatric eye care.
The incident involved unauthorized access to their IT network, where the threat actor gained access to files and folders containing confidential patient data. VisionPoint initiated incident response actions and launched an investigation with the assistance of external cybersecurity experts. The company completed their review of the compromised files on October 29, 2024. The exposed information includes:
- First names and last names
- Medical record numbers
- Health insurance information
- Medical information
The exact number of affected individuals and the nature of the attack is not disclosed. According to Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP, a consumer rights law firm investigating the incident, the compromised information may be being offered for sale on the dark web.
VisionPoint Eye Center, PLLC sent notification letters to affected individuals on December 19, 2024
